| Wynndel | |
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| — Unincorporated Community — | |
| Coordinates: | |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Region | Kootenays |
| Regional district | Central Kootenay |
| Government | |
| • Governing body | Regional District of Central Kootenay |
| Elevation | 530-740 m (-1,898 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 900 |
| Time zone | MST, PST (UTC-7) |
| V0B 1N0 | |
| Highways | 3A |
| Waterways | Kootenay River |
Wynndel is a small, rural community in the Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia, Canada approximately 7 KM north of Creston. Its population is approximately 900, representing a varied mix of occupations, cultures and income levels.
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Wynndel's economic base includes a major sawmill, Wynndel Box and Lumber, employing approximately 100 people; a general store with gas pumps, a post office, fishing equipment, liquor and many other supplies; several small businesses servicing the local logging industry; and a number of home-based businesses ranging from bed and breakfasts to art galleries.
Potable drinking water is supplied by the Wynndel Irrigation District.
Climate is similar to that of Creston, but a bit cooler.
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